Freezing nerves may ease pain after lung surgery

NCT ID NCT05348447

First seen Feb 14, 2026 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 10 times

Summary

This study tests a pain control method called intercostal nerve cryotherapy for people having minimally invasive lung surgery. The treatment freezes nerves between the ribs to block pain signals. Researchers will compare pain levels and morphine use between patients who receive cryotherapy and those who do not.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • AHN Allegheny General Hospital

    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15212, United States

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